Action Comics #18 (1939) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #18 (1939) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #18 (1939) value — Ungraded $944 · Grade 6.0 $3,120. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 6.0 premium on this card is 3.3× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute lowest cost to own it, grab the Newsstand version for $6. The Standard ($945) and Combo-Pack ($7) offer significant value in condition and packaging compared to the basic versions. Rivera and the $4 Standard are similarly inexpensive entry points. If you want a collectible piece, pay for the Standard; otherwise, save your money with the Newsstand.
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Item details
- Series
- Action Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #18
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- November 1, 1939
Action Comics #18 (1939) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #18 (1939) averages around $944. A CGC 6.0 runs about $3120, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $944 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $3,120 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $5 / $1,970 / $6,739 | 9 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 9 live eBay listings ask $5.00–$6,739.41 (median $1,970.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value difference between ungraded and graded copies?
- An ungraded copy is valued at $945, while a certified Grade 6.0 copy commands a higher price of $3120.
- Is Action Comics #18 a good investment?
- Given its status as a classic, it represents a strong collectible investment opportunity depending on its condition.
- What is the series this comic belongs to?
- This iconic comic belongs to the Action Comics series.